J Benton Jones

Hydroponics

A Practical Guide for the Soilless Grower

• Gebundenes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

A down-to-earth overview of hydroponic systems being used commercially and by advanced hobbyists, this edition clearly explains the basics of plant growth, different methods for the preparation and use of hydroponic nutrient solutions, and hydroponic options for various environments. Supported by a wealth of tables and figures, it provides clear explanations of the advantages of each hydroponic growth system. It also includes simple experiments to grow hydroponic plants successfully. New chapters cover hydroponic greenhouse and hydroponic cropping for growing various fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor and Francis
• 2nd edition
• Seitenzahl: 438
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. Dezember 2004
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 261mm x 180mm x 29mm
• Gewicht: 953g
• ISBN-13: 9780849331671
• ISBN-10: 0849331676
• Artikelnr.: 21649525

Autorenporträt

J. Benton Jones Jr.

Inhaltsangabe

Introduction. How Plants Grow. Soil and Hydroponics. The Plant Root: Its
Roles and Functions. The Essential Elements. The Beneficial Elements. The
Nutrient Solution. Systems of Hydroponic / Soilless Culture. Systems of
Hydroponic Culture. Organic Media Soilless Culture. The Hydroponic
Greenhouse. Hydroponic Cropping. Diagnostic Testing Procedures. Pest
Control.